Denver 2R affordable housing sales tax loss pinned on lack of clarity

Denver City Council woman Amanda Sandoval, front right, speaks during a rally in support of Ballot Issue 2R outside of The Burrell Denver in Denver on Sept. 17, 2024. Mayor Mike Johnston, center, took part in the event. (Photo by Helen H. Richardson/The Denver Post)

By Joe Rubino | jrubino@denverpost.com | The Denver Post

UPDATED: November 18, 2024 at 6:03 AM MST

Observers, supporters cite multiple factors in voters' narrow rejection of $100 million-a-year plan.

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Originally Published: November 18, 2024 at 6:00 AM MST

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Election | Why did the Denver mayor’s affordable housing…

Why did the Denver mayor’s affordable housing sales tax measure fall short? Lack of a clear plan, for starters.

Observers, supporters cite multiple factors in voters’ narrow rejection of $100 million-a-year plan

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